HRES 1229
Supporting the designation of April 2026 as "National Native Plant Month".
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Bill overview
This resolution urges Congress to recognize April 2026 as National Native Plant Month. The bill highlights the importance of native plants for the environment, noting their role in supporting wildlife, maintaining healthy ecosystems, and adapting to climate change. It emphasizes the decline of native plant species due to habitat loss and the need for conservation efforts. Ultimately, the resolution aims to raise awareness about the value of native plants in the United States.
Key provisions
- Designates April 2026 as National Native Plant Month.
- Recognizes the environmental benefits of native plants.
- Acknowledges the decline of native plant species.
- Highlights the importance of native plants for wildlife.
- Recognizes native plants' role in ecosystem health and resilience.
Who is affected
- Environmentally conscious citizens
- Native plant enthusiasts
- Conservation organizations
- Landscaping professionals
- Federal and state agencies involved in conservation
Notable changes
- Establishes a designated month to promote awareness of native plants.
- No changes are explicitly outlined in the text compared to existing practices.
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James C. [R-GU-At Large] Moylan
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119th CONGRESS — 2d Session
H. RES. 1229
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
RESOLUTION
Supporting the designation of April 2026 as National Native Plant Month
.
Whereas native plants are indigenous species that have evolved alongside native wildlife and occur naturally in a particular geographic region, ecosystem, and habitat;
Whereas there are more than 17,000 native plant species in the United States, which include large shade trees, understory trees, shrubs, perennials, vines, grasses, and wildflowers;
Whereas native plants are essential for healthy, diverse, and sustainable ecosystems and are critical for cleaning air, filtering water, and stabilizing soils;
Whereas native plants are well-adapted to specific soils, temperatures, precipitation, and environmental conditions, making them the best option for conserving and protecting our environment and adapting to its changes;
Whereas native plants provide shelter, as well as nectar, pollen, seeds, and foliage that serve as food, for native butterflies, caterpillars, birds, bees, and other wildlife in ways that non-native plants cannot;
Whereas more than 200 of the native plant species in the United States are estimated to have been lost since the early 19th century;
Whereas habitat loss and degradation, extreme weather events, and invasive species have contributed to the decline of native plants in the United States; and
Whereas native plants are essential components of resilient ecosystems and our natural heritage: Now, therefore, be it
That the House of Representatives—
supports the designation of National Native Plant Month
; and
recognizes the benefits of native plants to the environment and economy of the United States.